Montclair, CA Cost of Living


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Montclair cost of living score
118.6
More expensive
18.6% higher
than the US average
20.9% lower
than the California average
Montclair, California gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 118.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.6% higher than the U.S. average and 20.9% higher than the average for California.

Montclair, CA

Housing costs in Montclair?
A typical home costs $606,400, which is 79.4% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 17.3% less expensive than the average California home, at $733,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Montclair costs $1,880 per month, which is 31.5% more than the national average of $1,430 and 14.4% cheaper than the state average of $2,150.

Can I afford Montclair?
To live comfortably in Montclair, California, a minimum annual income of $116,280 for a family, and $60,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Montclair?
The cost of living in Montclair, CA is relatively high compared to other areas of California. The median home price in the city is about $370,000, and rent averages around $1,400 per month. Prices for goods and services are on the higher end of the spectrum as well, making it an expensive place to live. However, many people choose to live here due to its excellent quality of life. The city has a variety of amenities such as quality schools, beautiful parks, and plenty of shopping and dining options. Additionally, residents enjoy a short commute time compared to many other cities in the state. All these factors make Montclair an ideal place for families or those looking for an active lifestyle with plenty of activities nearby.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMontclairCaliforniaUnited States
  118.6149.9100.0
  100.6105.1100
  86.798.3100.0
  183.2234.8100.0
  $606,400$733,500$338,100
  103.6%102.4%100.0%
  115.2133.1100.0
  110.8118.7100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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One of the best cities I have lived in. Great city to invest in now because the city has future development plans that will raise property value higher.  More

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Pros Freeway access City has a train stop Shopping is convenient Not so much city traffic Beautiful View Close access to nature (Close drive to desert, beach,  More

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